Art and Society
calendar_month 29 Iul 2015, 00:00
This module runs in both sessions: June 13 - July 4, and July 4 - July 25. This module is an introduction to the visual culture of London, including painting, architecture, photography and contemporary media. Students will visit the major art galleries to examine how art works and cultural practices can be understood within wider social and cultural contexts. The sessions also include a study of museum displays and historical sites, such as the British Museum and St Paul%E2%80%99s Cathedral. The classes will explore how these institutions reveal the complex cultural identity and history of London. The module develops students%E2%80%99 skills in visual analysis and critical thinking about culture. [%C2%A340 required to cover the cost of special exhibitions.]

Target group
Students with an IELTS score of 6.0 or higherMinimum age: 18

Course aim
The module is designed to:Examine how London can be explored though its cultural resourcesExamine some of the main periods and movements in the history of fine art that can be seen in London;Examine how museums and galleries can explore the cultural, social and political contexts of LondonDevelop skills in the reading and analysis of visual texts;

Credits info
7.5 ECTS Each Summer School module is worth 15 UK credits. Official Transcripts are provided at the end of the course.

Fee info
GBP 1439: Tuition Fee per session EUR 0: At the time of application, students have the opportunity to select from accommodation at two of the University of Westminster's centrally located Halls of Residence, as well as joining a comprehensive Social Programme including evening events in London, and weekend trips throughout the UK.Prices vary and are available in full detail on our website.

University of Westminster
Address: Cavendish House, 101 New Cavendish Street London
Postal code: W1W 6XH
City: London
Country: United Kingdom
Website: www.westminster.ac.uk/summerschool
E-mail: educationabroad@westminster.ac.uk
Phone: +442079115166